Asparagus and raw ham salad with lemon

Asparagus and raw ham salad with lemon

Asparagus and raw ham salad with lemon is a fresh and light dish with high nutrient power, very rich in vitamins, minerals and proteins. In this recipe, the asparagus should not be overcooked, to preserve flavor and crunchiness and even for not waste precious properties during a long cooking.

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

14 oz Asparagus

4 oz Raw ham (Parma ham) cut in a single slice

1 Lemon

1 Clove of garlic

2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil

Salt

Black pepper

Instructions:

Wash and clean the asparagus removing the toughest part of the stem. Cut the asparagus in half to separate the tips from the stems. Boil the asparagus stalks in boiling salted water for 1 minute, add the tips and continue to cook for another minute. Finished cooking, drain the asparagus and plunge them into cold water to allow them to maintain color and texture. With a knife cut the Parma ham and asparagus into regular pieces, season with lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil and a clove of garlic coarsely chopped. Serve asparagus and raw ham salad with lemon garnishing with a slice of lemon and a sprinkle of black pepper.